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What is the difference between Director Military Museum vs Curator Military Museum?

AspectDirector Military MuseumCurator Military Museum
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in History, Museum Studies, or related field; leadership experienceDegree in History, Museum Studies, or related field; specialized curatorial training
Work EnvironmentOversees entire museum operations, staff management, strategic planningFocuses on collections, exhibitions, research, and educational programs
Employer & Industry UsageMilitary museums, government agencies, cultural institutionsMilitary museums, historical societies, cultural institutions

The Director Military Museum manages overall operations and strategic direction, while the Curator Military Museum concentrates on collections and exhibitions. Both roles require relevant museum or history credentials, but the director has broader leadership responsibilities, whereas the curator specializes in content and research.

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Education Specialist - Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Military Museum

Aurora, IL • On-site

$22.48/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

The City of Aurora is accepting applications for the part-time position of Education Specialist at the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) Military Museum in the Community Services Department.
Under the direction of the museum director, the GAR Education Specialist will manage the museum's educational programs and camps. The Education Specialist will develop and prepare age-appropriate programs to present to visitors onsite and in schools. This position will also focus on growing the social media presence of the museum and promoting events.
The duties of this position will include but are not limited to: Conduct research to develop educational programming about Aurora and the United States military; Plan, develop, and lead age-appropriate educational programs and camps for visitors onsite and in schools; Work with visiting schools to ensure the logistics and delivery of programming; Assist in the continuing improvement of existing programs; Promote the museum and events to the public utilizing social media, printed materials, and other methods; Assist with the daily operations and upkeep of the museum; Other duties as assigned.
This position requires an associate's degree; bachelor's degree in American History, Museum Studies, or an education related field is preferred. This position also requires at least one (1) year experience working in a museum or similar role. Must possess a valid driver's license, the ability to travel to local schools, and the ability to obtain a Firearm Owner's Identification (FOID) Card.
Must successfully pass pre-hire requirements including but not limited to a physical, drug screen, and background check.
This is a part-time, non-exempt position. The position will work approximately 20 hours per week with regular hours mostly Wednesday through Saturday, between 8 am and 5 pm. Flexibility is required dependent on programming. Starting hourly wage is $22.48/hr.
Non-Exempt Benefits
The City of Aurora offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and eligible part-time employees in accordance with the City's Non-Exempt Pay Plan:
  • Annual pay increases
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurances
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
  • Paid vacations, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Interpreters Stipend
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • May be eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (if requirements are met)

Applications should be submitted online by 3:00 PM CST on September 21, 2026.
To learn more about the City of Aurora, IL, visit https://www.aurora.il.us/Government-and-Engagement/About-Our-City.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.